Alvis Pham
- Mar 26
- 4 min read

Emily & Aaron's California Coastal Wedding at Occasions at Laguna Village

Updated: Apr 22

Featured in Style Me Pretty, The Knot, Wedding Wire, Martha Stewart Weddings, Basic Invite, WedAward, Maharani Weddings

Experience the magic of Emily & Aaron's beach Wedding at Occasions at Laguna Village. From stunning views to intimate moments, it's a beautiful love story.

A SoCal Waterfront Love Story

Emily and Aaron—two hearts unite by the sun-kissed sand of Southern California. Their love story unfolded against the beautiful backdrop of blue sea, clear skies, and golden sands, with the relaxing sounds of waves crashing against the Laguna Beach sand. When they decided to tie the knot, they knew their dream Wedding had to be as enchanting as their love for one another.

The Dream Wedding Venue: Occasions at Laguna Village

Situated on the beautiful coastline of Laguna Beach, Occasions at Laguna Village is a literal oceanfront dream. This all-inclusive wedding venue gave more than just a celebration—it offered an unforgettable experience. And I must say, what an experience it was! As Emily walked down the aisle, Aaron’s heart skipped a beat. The view was breathtaking, and so was she. I am so excited to share some of my favorite moments I captured from Emily & Aaron's spectacular beach wedding!

Stunning Moments, Captured Forever

Wedding photos are like love letters frozen in time. Emily and Aaron knew this, and they made sure every click was filled with love. Against the backdrop of crashing waves and golden sands, they posed—barefoot, carefree, and madly in love. The beach photos were pure magic, each frame full of emotion and telling their unique story. The beach at sunset is truly a special place to be and makes for such a romantic wedding photoshoot location.

A Celebration for Lovebirds

The wedding reception was a culinary journey through California flavors. The award-winning Cliff Restaurant, part of Occasions at Laguna Village, served up delicious treats. From fresh seafood to yummy desserts, each and every bite was a celebration of their love. And of course, the champagne flowed, toasting to forever! Also, isn't that warm golden hour glow the dreamiest?!

An Intimate Affair with Big Love

Emily and Aaron’s wedding wasn’t only about the venue or the photos—it was about their hearts intertwining. With their closest friends and family, they danced as the waves crashed below them and laughed till their faces hurt. It was an intimate wedding with the most grand and beautiful love.

So here’s to Emily and Aaron—the lovely couple who found their forever in the salty air and the crashing waves. May their love continue to bloom like the gardens at Occasions at Laguna Village, and may their beachside memories be forever etched in the sands of time.

Reasons I love Occasions at Laguna Village

Waterfront Bliss: Imagine saying your vows with the Pacific Ocean as your witness. The ocean breeze gently blowing your hair, the sun casting a warm glow—almost like the fairy tales.
Gardens and Gazebo: Framed by year-round hillside gardens, the venue’s romantic terrace offers colorful blooms and a gazebo overlooking the sea.
Sunset Magic: Occasions at Laguna Village gifted them with sunsets that could melt even the toughest hearts. As the sky turned shades of pink and orange, Emily and Aaron shared their first kiss as newlyweds. The photographer captured the moment—a stolen glance, a promise forever kept.

Occasions at Laguna Village

📍 577 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
☎️ (949) 939-7979
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Thanks for Reading!

It was an honor and a pleasure to document Emily and Aaron's beautiful Wedding day. Our team had an amazing time capturing their stunning wedding memories at the pristine and picturesque Occasions at Laguna Village in Laguna Beach, California. The oceanfront ceremony felt like straight out of a dream and the intimate reception was so much fun! I love how their wedding photo gallery turned out and will forever cherish this stunning celebration. Emily and Aaron are an awesome couple and amazing people -- I wish them all the best in their future together! I hope you enjoyed some of my favorite photos from their wedding, it is filled with beautiful wedding ideas and wedding inspiration. Thank you for reading!

And a special thanks to Emily and Aaron for trusting me to capture your precious wedding memories.